November NERSC Spotlight: Kinship Farms

November NERSC Spotlight: Kinship Farms

As part of our initiative to celebrate the amazing people and organizations making a real difference in our community, our Marketing Committee has introduced the NERSC Spotlight series. By sharing your story, mission, and impact, you’ll help residents and your fellow RSCs discover valuable resources, connect with upcoming programs, and meet the dedicated individuals working to strengthen our community.


This month we are spotlighting Kinship Farms in Massachusetts!


With the help of Wendy and Kinship Farms, the Ipswich and Hamilton Housing Authorities have transformed open spaces into thriving community gardens. These gardens offer more than fresh produce. They have become places for residents to gather, learn, and connect. This summer, a new lower garden bed was added so children could experience hands-on learning about where food comes from and how it grows.

Kinship Farm, a Massachusetts-based non-profit, focuses on cultivating projects that bring together spirituality, relationships, and the environment. Their work centers on building partnerships that strengthen community connections while promoting care for both people and the planet. They collaborate with organizations that share at least two of their focus areas, blending diverse expertise and perspectives to create sustainable community impact.

The team at Kinship Farms believes that collaboration is key to meaningful change. By working alongside local housing authorities, Resident Service Coordinators (RSCs), and community partners, they help residents develop skills, foster self-sufficiency, and build relationships rooted in trust and shared purpose. The community garden projects in Ipswich and Hamilton are strong examples of how this collaboration benefits residents of all ages.

For RSCs, these partnerships have created new ways to connect with residents and local organizations. Through gardening initiatives, RSCs are introducing opportunities for residents to grow food, share recipes, and exchange gardening tips while strengthening relationships within their neighborhoods. The gardens have become gathering places where people check in with one another, share stories, and celebrate small successes together.

Kinship Farms’ mission is centered on cultivating projects that nurture both the environment and the human spirit. Their purpose includes serving communities with compassion, promoting inclusive practices, and celebrating progress and healing. By involving youth and encouraging intergenerational participation, they help create environments where residents of all ages can contribute and feel a sense of belonging.

Their partnership with the Ipswich and Hamilton Housing Authorities reflects the heart of NERSC’s mission. Through these collaborations, RSCs are addressing food insecurity and also building stronger networks of support that extend beyond the growing season.

This kind of partnership shows what is possible when organizations and RSCs work together with shared intention. Residents gain access to fresh produce, new learning experiences, and a deeper sense of community. The gardens have become a source of pride and purpose, fostering both physical and emotional well-being.

As we look toward the seasons ahead, we celebrate how these partnerships continue to grow and inspire. The collaboration between Kinship Farms and local housing authorities demonstrates the lasting value of community connection, care, and shared effort. Through their collective work, residents are not only harvesting vegetables but cultivating community resilience and hope.

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